Dartmouth police warn residents about house breaks

DARTMOUTH — Police are adding extra patrols and asking residents to be cautious because of a recent increase in house breaks, according to a news release.

DARTMOUTH — Police are adding extra patrols and asking residents to be cautious because of a recent increase in house breaks, according to a news release.

"We do see a spike in the summertime because I think people tend to go away more," said Detective Kyle Costa, police spokesman.

Police have not disclosed the number of breaks that have occurred but urged residents to "remain vigilant in monitoring their neighborhoods" and to contact police if they observe activity, people or vehicles not familiar to them.

Most of the breaks happen during working hours so police encourage residents to lock their doors and windows and activate alarm systems.

Residents should "never post on social media websites when their homes will be left vacant," Costa said.